Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
